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We stayed at Kona Mansion (Unit 227) for five nights on our first family trip to the Big Island. Everything that Jim stated was accurate. Its a great location, central to all the restaurants, grocery stores - in the heart of Kona.The condo is in good condition, clean. Fully furnished. Beds were comfortable, Kitchen has eveything.We very much liked the extras such as beach chairs, beach toys, some basic snorkling gear.Oveall - an A.

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Liked best:Location, price, cleaniness and comfort.

Liked least:Nothing I can think of

Travelling group:Extended Family

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Management Response

11 Jul 2015

Thanks so much!!! I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and had BIG FUN on the BIG ISLAND!!

MUCH MAHALO!!!

Jim

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This is our second time renting this Kona Mansion unit. 2 weeks in 2013 and we loved it so much we returned for a 6 week stay mid January 2015. Awesome location, walking distance small South Kona Beach, Kona town, local produce and craft market open 6 days a week by the catholic church. 3 minute walk is the Royal Kona hotel with its upscale Hawaiian Legends's entertainers such as John Cruz, Henry Kapono and many others performing on Thursday night, get there before happy hour (4-6 PM) begins or you won't get a seat. Huggo's on the Rocks is another 3 minute walk, has superior Mai Tai's and happy hour 3-5 and live nightly entertainment. Brian Pi'ikea Vasquez is one of our favourites, hammering away on the Ukulele like no one I have ever witnessed. LT Smooth usually plays on Sundays, check there posted schedule. He is not to be missed. There are many bars with local live entertainment along the sea wall. Over the years, we have lived one to two months on Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and Hawaii and this Island has been one of our favourites. With Costco, Walmart, Sack and Save, Saveway and KTA there are food deals to be found, but everything is at a premium price, after all your are 2500 miles from the mainland. Mauna Kea is a must do, as well as a drive to Hilo and a helicopter ride over an active volcano. Most people have a bucket list and these trips are a must. A rental car is a must, so book well in advance. Found best prices using discounthawaiicarrental and deals on tours using hawaiidiscount.227 has awesome views from the upstairs bedroom deck, facing west with a beautiful ocean expanse, witness nightly sunsets, cruise ship anchored just off shore at least every Wednesday, with prime Humpback whale watching Dec-March. One morning we could not leave the lanai, witnessed 12 whale breaches and so many whales blowing that it looked like whale soup. The unit has all you need to call it home. The owner is super receptive and a pleasure to deal with, as is his local contact person. All new beds and bedding were installed while we were staying there. Never need to use the air conditioning as the trade winds cool the island down nicely in the evening for sleeping. Unit has reserved parking for one car and plenty on street parking. Kona Mansions is well maintained 40 year old plus apartment building, with little sound proofing, so it can be quite noisy in the early morning, but super quiet in the evening hours. The kitchen has a gas stove and is very well stocked with all the cooking implements needed to make it a home base for your vacation.Washer and dryer eliminates the need for overpacking, which most people do. You can pack light, this is Hawaii. This walk up unit is on a hill and on the second and third floors, so you can get your daily steps in.We will be back to this unit again, as it is absolutely the best value deal in Kona.

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Liked best:Location

Liked least:Morning noise level

Travelling group:Spouse/Partner

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Management Response

11 Jul 2015

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! You guys are the BEST!!! Thanks for taking such GREAT care of our place.. I hope I can finally meet you all face to face someday!!

YOU ROCK!!!! MUCH MAHALO!!!

Jim

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This is a perfect place to stay if you're looking for a great location in Kona at an affordable price. I was traveling with my wife and two sons, and we enjoyed every minute of our stay. Enjoyed watching ocean sunsets on the lanai outside master bedroom, visiting with other folks in condo complex-and I don't think you can beat the location-just a few minute walk from Ali'i Drive, which is a fun hub of shops, restaurants and other activities. Jim, the owner, was super nice and easy to work with, and very patient and understanding of my changing of days. the fruit basket that greeted us was a pleasant and tasty surprise and much appreciated. We stayed eleven nights but wished we could stay more-and we will absolutely be back! Jim-you are the best, and we hope to come back soon. I highly recommend Kona Mansion 227

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Liked best:the lanai

Liked least:leaving

Travelling group:Spouse/Partner

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Perfect condo for a family. After staying in basic cottage in the mountains we moved in this 2-level condo which has everything you need for a longer or shorter stay (full kitchen equipement, e.g. dishwasher, coffeemachine, toaster, TV, internet, and even a private laundry and dryer). Kona is one of the larger cities where you can find almost everything, nevertheless you can drive to outside quite beaches or mountain hiking places.

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Travelling group:Young Children

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Management Response

11 Jul 2015

YOU ROCK!!! Thanks so so much for staying with us over the Holidays!!! So glad you all had a GREAT time!!!

MUCH MAHALO!!!

Jim

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The good stuff - great location - easy walking distance to the main street, restos and shops. Also, spacious, plenty of hot water and conveniences such as a washer/dryer, plenty of linens and a parking space close by. The owner was very helpful and responsive to all questions. Would say the main downside was cleanliness. We noticed some ants/cockroaches, dirty dishes in the cupboard, moldy shower liner and a few other things.

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Liked best:Location/spaciousness

Liked least:Lack of cleanliness

Travelling group:Friends

Your age range35-49

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Management Response

20 Mar 2015

So sorry if you found something uncleanly. Just call and we will get the cleaning crew back in ASAP!!! Only time we have ever heard of this.. Also, had the pest control come and do a 3 part cleansing. Thanks

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From the moment I contacted the owner about this unit the service was outstanding with quick responses. The property was exactly as described and was very convenient having everything that we needed to make our stay enjoyable and relaxing. The sunsets from the upstairs lanai are beautiful. The property is situated just a short walk from the shops and restaurants making it so much easier not having to find parking. The welcome basket was delicious.

Travelling group:Spouse/Partner

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Jim was easy to work with and his condo is really nice there are stairs up to it but if you are wanting a homely place to stay this is it. We like it was right off one of the main road so if you wanted to walk you could. And if you are on a budge it's the way to go you can go to the store and buy food and make your it yourself or go out to eat. And there is so much to do sometimes it is nice to just stay at a place that i could call home any day.

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Liked best:it was homey

Liked least:nothing

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